TaraDiddle Hat Pattern
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About the TaraDiddle Hat
As Cornelius Fudge puts it in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: “‘We haven’t got time to listen to more taradiddles, I’m afraid, Dumbledore.’”, the word TaraDiddle means a silly fib, or pretentious nonsense.
I’m hoping you’ll find the hat just as fun to knit as word TaraDiddle is to say - and that’s no lie!!
The pattern is a fast knit with easy to remember repeats, making it great for travel knitting or when you’re looking to kick back and Knitflix & Chill. Plus, the individual sets of written instructions for both fingering weight & DK weight yarn, for which the details of each are outlined below, gives you lots of options so you can knit the hat you love.
Enjoy & Happy Making
Cheryl
How you get your pattern
Your pattern is a digital download. The link lands in your inbox shortly after checkout, usually within 10 minutes. No physical items will be mailed.
Pattern details
- Designer
- Cheryl Ham of Hypnotic Yarn
- Yarn
- Plush Sock (437 yds / 400 m per 100g) or Plush DK (246 yds / 225 m per 100g), both 85% Superwash Merino, 15% Nylon
- Yarn needed
- Fingering: about 60g (240 yds). DK: about 60g (140 yds)
- Needles
- Fingering: US 1 (2.25 mm). DK: US 4 (3.5 mm). A 16 in (40 cm) circular, plus DPNs or a long circular for magic loop
- Notions
- 1 stitch marker for the start of the round, 12 (Fingering) or 8 (DK) more for the crown (optional), tapestry needle
- Gauge
- Fingering: 30 sts and 46 rnds = 4 in (10 cm) in 2x2 rib, blocked. DK: 23 sts and 32 rnds = 4 in (10 cm) in 2x2 rib, blocked
- Size
- One size fits most 20 to 23 in (50 to 58 cm) heads, about 18 in around, blocked
- Tech edited
- Professionally tech edited by aersknits
Knit it in Plush Sock or Plush DK
The pattern has written instructions for both weights, and one 100g skein has plenty for the hat.
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Knit it in Plush Sock or Plush DK
The pattern has written instructions for both weights, and one 100g skein has plenty for the hat.
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Designed for Satisfying Stitches
- Knits up evenly with beautiful stitch definition
- Feels balanced in the hands, not splitty or fussy
- Comfortable to work with for longer knitting sessions
Feels as Divine Finished as it Does on the Needles
- Keeps its shape through use and handling
- Wears well without losing its cozy feel
- Creates a balanced fabric with structure and softness.
What Makes This Yarn So Soft?
A Yarn's softness is determined by the fineness of its fibers. This base features extrafine merino wool measuring just 19.5 microns (among the finest commercially available) resulting in an incredibly soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.
How To Care For Your Yarn
We recommend gently hand washing your makes in cold water to keep them looking their best. After washing, reshape your item and lay it flat on a clean, dry surface to air dry. This method helps preserve the vibrant colors and softness of the yarn.
Understanding Color Differences
We strive for color consistency across batches, but due to the nature of hand-dyed yarn, color variations may occur, even within the same dye bath. Monitor and screen settings may also affect how colors appear. For multi-skein projects, we recommend alternating skeins every few rows.
What Makes This Yarn So Soft?
A Yarn's softness is determined by the fineness of its fibers. This base features extrafine merino wool measuring just 19.5 microns (among the finest commercially available) resulting in an incredibly soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.
How To Care For Your Yarn
We recommend gently hand washing your makes in cold water to keep them looking their best. After washing, reshape your item and lay it flat on a clean, dry surface to air dry. This method helps preserve the vibrant colors and softness of the yarn.
Understanding Color Differences
We strive for color consistency across batches, but due to the nature of hand-dyed yarn, color variations may occur, even within the same dye bath. Monitor and screen settings may also affect how colors appear. For multi-skein projects, we recommend alternating skeins every few rows.
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